Judiciary Gurukul — State PCS Exam Guide
PCS-J 2027 Exam Relevance: UPPSC APO (Assistant Prosecution Officer) is a highly sought-after UP state law services exam — a stepping stone for government lawyers in Uttar Pradesh.
UPPSC APO 2026 — Complete Syllabus, Pattern, Eligibility and Preparation Strategy
The UPPSC APO (Assistant Prosecution Officer) exam is conducted by the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission for recruitment of government prosecutors in UP district courts and sessions courts.
UPPSC APO 2026 Exam Pattern
| Stage | Type | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prelims (Paper I) | General Studies — MCQ | 150 | 2 hours |
| Prelims (Paper II) | Law — MCQ | 150 | 2 hours |
| Mains (Law) | Descriptive — 3 papers | 450 | 3 hours each |
| Interview | Personality Test | 50 | — |
UPPSC APO Syllabus — Law Subjects
The Mains examination covers three descriptive law papers:
- Paper I: BNS 2023 (Indian Penal Laws), POCSO Act, Juvenile Justice Act
- Paper II: BNSS 2023, BSA 2023, UP-specific procedural laws
- Paper III: Constitutional Law, Revenue Laws (UP Revenue Code), UP-specific legislation
APO Preparation Focus: Since APOs are prosecutors, criminal law is the heart of the exam. Master BNS, BNSS, BSA thoroughly. Also prepare UP Revenue Code and UP Police Act for Paper III. Interview tests knowledge of current legal affairs and criminal justice system.
Eligibility and Selection Process
- Education: LLB from recognized university
- Age: 21-35 years (general); OBC/SC/ST get relaxation as per UP government rules
- Nationality: Indian citizen
- Domicile: UP domicile required for most reserved categories
Practice Quiz — 10 Judiciary Exam-Style Questions
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